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Amelie Dress WH489
(Was $148.00 ) now $118.40 to $133.20

A super chic synthesis of nautical style and ‘optical illusion’ stripes. Flattering, feminine and utterly unique.

Please Note:
GRY option – please note two alternative designs have been made during production. The waistband and neckline may be Navy or Grey once your item is delivered. However, we feel both are equally lovely. Please see the images displayed for reference.

  • Imported
Body Measurements  (inches)
US24681012141618
Bustup to 3232-33½34-35½36-3737½-3939½-4141½-4343½-45½46-48
Waistup to 2525-26½27-2828½-3030½-3232½-3434½-36½37-3939½-41
Hipup to 33½33½-3535½-3737½-3939½-4141½-4343½-45½46-4848½-51
Garment Measurement  (inches)
 2 R4 R4 L6 R6 L8 R8 L10 R10 L
Front length36¾374037¼40¼37½40½3841
Chest circumference30¾32¼32¼343435½35½37½37½
Front neck drop
Waist circumference25¼26¾26¾28¼28¼30303232
Hem circumference70½72½72½74½74½76½76½78¼78¼
Sleeve length666666666
 12 R12 L14 R14 L16 R16 L18 L
Front length38½41½39¼4239¾42¾40½
Chest circumference39½39½41¾41¾444446½
Front neck drop9999
Waist circumference343436¼36¼38½38½41
Hem circumference80¾80¾838385½85½87¾
Sleeve length66

REVIEW SUMMARY

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4.6

(based on 163 reviews)

94%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Comfortable (151)
  • Great design (133)
  • Well made (86)
  • Practical (80)
  • Wrinkle resistant (52)

Cons

  • Poor fit (6)
  • Bad design (4)
  • Must hand wash (3)

Best Uses

  • Wear to work (134)
  • Night out (96)
  • Casual wear (55)
  • Special occasions (46)
    • Sizing:
    • Feels too small

       

      Feels true to size

       

      89% 

      (126 reviews)

      Feels too large

       
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Classic dresser (92), Trendy/stylish dresser (39), Casual dresser (26)
    • Comfort vs Style:
    • Comfort driven (81), Style driven (67)

Reviewed by 163 customers

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5.0

I LOVE THIS DRESS

By Me

from Small town across the pond

About Me Classic Dresser

See all my reviews

Pros

  • Comfortable
  • Flattering
  • Great Design
  • Retains Shape
  • Well Made

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Night Out
    • Wear To Work

    This dress is one of those things you can throw on and just feel cute and put together. I wore it to work and received many compliments from colleagues, then wore it to the symphony after, and total strangers were giving me the 'I love her dress!' look.

    I did feel like it was a little bigger than I expected. My normal 8Ls have been feeling a little snug lately, so I ordered a 10L, but it felt way too big and I ended up sending it back and reordering the 8L, which is perfect.

    • Age:
    • 35-44 yrs old
    • Sizing:
    • Feels too large
    • Comfort vs Style:
    • Style Driven
     
    5.0

    Flattering and feminine

    By monkeymama

    from Oregon

    About Me Casual Dresser

    See all my reviews

    Pros

    • Great Design
    • Well Made

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Night Out
      • Special Occasions

      I ordered this in a 4L so it would hit below the knee. I am 5'4" for reference. This dress is so gorgeous. Feels light enought for cool summer nights and heavy enough for fall. I am pairing it with navy blue wedges.

      • Age:
      • 25-34 yrs old
      • Sizing:
      • Feels true to size
      • Comfort vs Style:
      • Comfort Driven
       
      5.0

      Wow!

      By momof2

      from Chicago

      About Me Classic Dresser

      See all my reviews

      Pros

      • Comfortable
      • Great Design
      • Well Made

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Night Out
        • Special Occasions
        • Wear To Work

        I have been considering this dress in the Dark Navy/Parchment for months but didn't buy it because I wasn't sure if I could pull off such a sophisticated look. Well, I decided with Boden's great return policy I couldn't lose so I ordered it. I'm so delighted I took the plunge! This dress manages to look sophisticated and effortless at the same time. At 5' 5" and 34B-26-34, I went for the 4L - the fit is spot on and the length is just slightly past the knee which really works well for me. (I don't typically order a "L" in Boden dresses but in this case I did thanks to other reviewer's comments.) The contrasting band of fabric hits just under the bust as shown on the model and not at the natural waist. This helps the dress flow beautifully over any figure flaws. The fabric is a soft knit and the design and quality are top notch. Truly, this is one of the most flattering dresses I have ever tried on. Can't wait to wear it! Thank you Boden for helping me step out of my comfort zone with this stunning dress! Well done!

        • Age:
        • 45-54 yrs old
        • Sizing:
        • Feels true to size
        • Comfort vs Style:
        • Style Driven
         
        5.0

        Beautiful classic dress

        By Sam

        from Des Moines, IA

        About Me Classic Dresser

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Comfortable
        • Great Design
        • Practical
        • Well Made
        • Wrinkle Resistant

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Night Out
          • Special Occasions
          • Wear To Work

          I needed a simple, classic black dress and this fits the bill perfectly. Modest enough for church or work but can be dressed up for dinner out. Fits extremely well and very flattering. I am 5' 7" and decided to order this in a "long" which hits at my knee - personally I found this a more flattering length than the "regular".

          • Age:
          • 45-54 yrs old
          • Comfort vs Style:
          • Comfort Driven
           
          5.0

          Spectacular

          By townmom

          from Brooklyn, NY

          About Me Casual Dresser

          Verified Buyer

          Pros

          • Comfortable
          • Flattering
          • Great Design

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Night Out
            • Special Occasions

            This dress is genius. Get the tall size if you want it closer to knee length. The combination of a modest v neck and carefully placed stripes, in addition to the flowing knit of the fabric, makes an imperfect figure picture perfect.

            • Age:
            • 45-54 yrs old
            • Sizing:
            • Feels true to size
            • Comfort vs Style:
            • Comfort Driven
             
            5.0

            Nice, simple black dress

            By Swimmer Mom

            from Ohio

            About Me Casual Dresser

            See all my reviews

            Verified Buyer

            Pros

            • Comfortable
            • Practical

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Casual Wear
              • Special Occasions

              I bought this to have a simple black dress, to wear casually, or to dress up with accessories. This fits the bill perfectly! Very comfortable, stretchy so I can move and not feel restricted. I ordered a size down (they were out of my size) and it fits with plenty of room.

              • Age:
              • 45-54 yrs old
              • Sizing:
              • Feels too large
              • Comfort vs Style:
              • Comfort Driven
               
              5.0

              Perfect dress

              By Emily

              from California

              About Me Classic Dresser

              Verified Buyer

              Pros

              • Durable

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Casual Wear

                The most flattering dress I own. I got some many compllments when I wore this dress. Looks good on all ages.

                • Age:
                • Under 25 yrs old
                • Sizing:
                • Feels true to size
                 
                4.0

                Want to love...

                By ajmarq

                from NJ

                About Me Trendy/Stylish Dresser

                See all my reviews

                Pros

                • Comfortable
                • Durable
                • Great Design
                • Practical
                • Well Made
                • Wrinkle Resistant

                Cons

                • A bit too short

                Best Uses

                • Night Out
                • Special Occasions
                • Wear To Work

                Well... Normally I only order Mini Boden for my son (3), but this dress looked gorgeous. So I ordered it in two sizes so if I loved it, I wouldn't miss out on it. I am a perfect size 12 normally (6ft tall), and the length is what had held me back for a long time. I haven't received the 14 yet, but the 12 seems just a tad too small with no leeway for cotton/wool shrinkage. The line under the bust rides a bit too high, and sure enough, it's above the knee- a huge departure from my normal maxi-dress preference. I hope the 14 is enough bigger that it rides a bit lower. I also think, while well made & beautifully designed, it would look more elegant about 4" longer, just below the knee.

                • Age:
                • 35-44 yrs old
                • Sizing:
                • Feels too small
                • Comfort vs Style:
                • Comfort Driven
                 
                5.0

                Stunningly slimming

                By Stephanie

                from Albuquerque

                About Me Casual Dresser

                Verified Buyer

                Pros

                • Beautiful
                • Comfortable
                • Great Design
                • Practical

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                  • Night Out
                  • Wear To Work

                  I am somewhat pear shaped and the style is very flattering. The stripes look great and the sleeve length is very flattering as well. I am 5'9 and weigh 145 lbs and the size 10 was perfect.

                  • Age:
                  • 45-54 yrs old
                  • Sizing:
                  • Feels true to size
                  • Comfort vs Style:
                  • Comfort Driven
                   
                  5.0

                  so flattering

                  By VLMom

                  from Maryland

                  About Me Classic Dresser

                  Verified Buyer

                  Pros

                  • Comfortable
                  • Figure flattering
                  • Great Design

                  Cons

                    Best Uses

                    • Special Occasions
                    • Wear To Work

                    I have worn this to work and out for a date night and have received comments in public from friends and family and TOTAL strangers admiring the dress.

                    • Age:
                    • 35-44 yrs old
                    • Sizing:
                    • Feels true to size
                    • Comfort vs Style:
                    • Style Driven

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